Bicycle Mechanics - changing rear cassette

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cohophysh

01-02-07, 07:07 PM

Hi, I am looking to modify my mtb from a 18sp to a 24sp...do i need to measure between the rear brackets to be sure an 8sp cassette will fit?

HillRider

01-02-07, 07:09 PM

It's more than the dropout spacing. The freehub body for an 8-speed cassette is different (wider) than that that for a 7-speed cassette.